Erg Chebbi - a large sandy area, lying 40 km from Erfoud. The magnificent sand dunes of Erg Chebbi is one of the main attractions of Morocco. Constantly in motion, Erg daily creates a unique and unique landscape. Sandy Erg total area of ​​100 square kilometers stretches from east to west and 5 km from north to south 22 km. Some dunes reach a height of over 150 meters.

Local residents have long referred to this region, "the punishment of the gods." According to legend, once upon a time a wealthy family refused hospitality to weary travelers of the desert, which greatly angered the Almighty, and he fell asleep their home lots of sand. Since that time the wind blew away the sand dunes creates amazing beauty, the glory of which quickly sold out all over the world. Each new sunrise and sunset erg change beyond recognition. At the height of the moonlight sand dunes visually increases. Particularly beautiful dunes at sunset, when the sand becomes a bright orange color, clearly stand out from the desert.

At the foot of Erg placed colorful Moroccan village of Merzouga, especially popular among fans of the sandy landscape. It is from this place, proudly bearing the name "Gateway to the Desert" and originate all tourist trips in the Sahara desert.

A few years ago, did not lead to the Erg no asphalt road, which greatly complicated the trip. In 2000, between the palm oasis of Merzouga and Rissani Er was built paved roads that lead along the erg. This gave a great impetus to the development as a tourist center of Merzouga.

The most popular form of travel on the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi, although not the most comfortable, is the movement of camels. During excursions to the "ship of the desert" tourists will be a great opportunity to spend a few nights in this Berber tents and enjoy national blyudp Berber cuisine.